A MOTORIST who drove while more than three times over the drink drive limit has been handed a hefty ban.

Robert Last appeared in court after he drove while over the limit on September 16.

The 35-year-old, of Bank Top in Cark, was caught on Preston New Road, Samlesbury.

Preston Magistrates' Court heard he had 116 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, over the limit of 35.

Admitting the charge, he was told to complete 150 hours of unpaid work for the offence.

Last was also banned from driving for four years.